01.07.2025 | God’s Construction Site – and You Right in the Middle | HEART ANCHOR
How God invites you to be a coworker on His eternal building site
1 Corinthians 3:9
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Bible Text
“For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building.”
– 1 Corinthians 3:9
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Introduction
Construction sites are everywhere: on roads, in buildings, in apps – or even within ourselves. A construction site means: something is happening. Things are being changed, shaped, created.
But have you ever thought that you yourself are a construction site – and at the same time, a coworker on God’s building project?
Paul writes to the church in Corinth that we are not only God’s property (His field, His building), but also His coworkers.
That’s huge.
God doesn’t need humans – but He wants to work with us.
He doesn’t just want to save you, He wants to shape with you.
You’re not a spectator – you’re part of the plan.
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Devotional: What does it mean to be God’s coworker?
In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul paints a picture: God is the builder, Jesus the foundation, and we are building with – through our lives, our choices, our dedication.
What we do plays a role in eternity.
“God calls young people not merely to be spectators, but active coworkers in His great plan of redemption.”
– Ellen G. White, Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 326
That means: You are needed.
Your faithfulness, your character, your love – all of these are building blocks in God’s plan.
And what you decide today might touch – even save – someone else’s life.
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Story – Joshua’s Hammer
Joshua was 17 when he started an internship during summer break with a Christian construction firm. They didn’t build skyscrapers, but renovated homes for families who couldn’t afford help.
He wasn’t thrilled. “I want to do media stuff,” he muttered. “Why do I have to stand on a construction site?”
On the third day, he was paired with an older worker – gray-haired, calm. The man handed him a hammer and said:
“Every strike can build a home – or destroy it. You decide how you use it.”
Joshua thought he just meant the wood. But as they worked on a house for a single mom with three children, he began to understand.
He saw how a simple children’s room was being restored – and with it, a sense of safety.
A window was replaced – and light finally entered.
A little girl told Joshua, “I can sleep again now, without fear.”
Joshua began to give his best.
On the last day, the old man said:
“You think you just hammered nails – but you helped build something that counts for eternity.”
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Reflection – What does it mean for you?
You are not a passive receiver, but an active builder.
God is building with you – not around you.
Your life is a construction site, yes – but with a divine blueprint.
You are invited to help shape what God is doing in this world.
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Action Steps for Today
Where am I building?
– In my school, my church, my family?
What am I building right now?
– Words of hope? Acts of love? Or retreat and indifference?
What materials am I building with?
– Paul says: “Gold, silver, precious stones … or wood, hay, straw” (1 Cor. 3:12).
What are your building materials?
What is my foundation?
– No work will last unless Jesus Christ is the solid foundation.
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Prayer
Lord, my God,
thank You that You not only saved me but also called me to work with You.
Help me realize that my life matters – that my choices, my words, and my time are part of Your great plan.
Let me build on Jesus – on His truth, His love, His grace.
Give me courage to take responsibility.
And when I feel weak, remind me:
You are the Master Builder – and I am a tool in Your hand.
Amen.
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